Spring is here and that means the return of the ozone forecasting season, which for South Carolina is April 1st through September 30.
As it heats up in the Palmetto state and we drive our vehicles, the exhaust mixes with other pollutants and contributes to ground-level ozone in our atmosphere. Under certain conditions, ozone levels can be high enough that an “Ozone Action Day,” or “orange day” alert, is issued. High levels can adversely impact people who are sensitive to ozone pollution, especially children, the elderly, and those with breathing problems.
Know the ground-level ozone forecast to help you protect your health and your family’s health by:
Visiting DHEC’s Ozone Forecast webpage during the forecasting season.
Subscribe to EnviroFlash,which is a free service that provides you with information about the air quality via email or text.